CATCH ME UP
Authorities detained thousands of protesters in New Delhi and Mumbai during demonstrations organized by the Cockroach movement and opposition parties.
Protesters marched toward the Supreme Court to demand the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar.
The demonstrations were tied to a contentious voter list revision that has fueled anger against Prime Minister Narendra Modi's government.
The reported events took place between Saturday, Oct. 10, 2026, and Monday, Oct. 12, 2026.
Why it mattersA widening crackdown could shape protest rights, election administration, and press access in India.
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The source presents the crackdown mainly through photographs showing police detaining demonstrators and managing barricades.